DISTRIBUTIVE EDUCATION CLUBS OF AMERICA (DECA)
DECA is a national association of marketing students, with chapters in many high schools. Through this program, young people can network and share strategies for effective business practices. Info: www.deca.org.

DO SOMETHING
This organization encourages young people to apply entrepreneurial skills to solve problems in their community. Info: www.dosomething.org.

INSTITUTE FOR YOUTH ENTREPRENEURSHIP
Provides comprehensive instruction and work-related experiences for program participants, ages 12-18. This program combines mentorship with the classroom and the business world. Info: (212) 369-3900 or www.newyorkcolors.com

YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS NETWORK
This association helps younger entrepreneurs build their own business networks. The Network has publishing and consulting divisions and a line of business resources and services. Info: www.youngandsuccessful.com.

BOOKSHELF

BETTER THAN A LEMONADE STAND
By Daryl Bernstein. Describes 50 small business ideas for beginning entrepreneurs ages eight to14. Published by Beyond Words Publishing.

GIRLS AND YOUNG WOMEN ENTREPRENEURS: TRUE STORIES ABOUT STARTING AND RUNNING A BUSINESS
Authors Frances A. Karnes and Suzanne M. Bean remind readers that entrepreneurs can be male or female, experienced or new on the scene. The book consists of entrepreneurial activities of girls and their for-profit and nonprofit activities; developing ideas and writing business plans; understanding financing and legal issues; and resources including histories, books, magazines, organizations and online sources. Published by Free Spirit Publishing Inc.